I have the BN0151 and your review is spot on. Citizen absolutely represents high Japanese quality in build and construction. Seiko makes nice watches, but how they can't get alignment correct while EVERY SINGLE CITIZEN I HAVE has ZERO ISSUES with QC. Love my Citizen watches

Finally a nice review of a Citizen watch, i always find everywhere peoples talking about Seiko Seiko Seiko.... I got one of this, the blue version, and it's simply stunning, the materials, the design, the solar powered movement...i love it! Cheers from Italy!

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Graz, I actually agree with you, I think I will Start adding some more Citizen reviews in. I also don't have the best of luck with Seiko watches as a few of the long time subs will tell you!

@gtbigdog3507

4 жыл бұрын

I have had both brands and the Citizens have much higher quality. I have the one in the video that I bought for $100

I have the black dial and bracelet version. On the wrist, it looks more expensive than what it is and definitely punches way above its weight. An honest and quality timepiece. I take my hat off to Citizen.

@CasualWatchReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree!

I am delighted this watch got some love. It gets rather taken for granted, because it’s been around unchanged for a while. It is a classic. Simply the best movement, bulletproof, no service issues, accurate, simply pick up and go. Yes the stock strap is a bit crap, and no ceramic bezel, but streets, ahead of the SKX. Good call Sam.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Ray! I had to give it some love, I just has the third Seiko I owned go wrong so I think Citizen deserves more shouting about!

Citizen and Casio are the best value for money watches. Great video.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

I think Citizen certainly deserves some more love and exposure on KZread, I think the quality of this is great! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!

@brianbuchert6382

4 жыл бұрын

Udin737 I couldn’t agree Moore! I own this citizen and 4 casios 4 being G-Shocks these two brands deserve more respect!

@junevon1738

4 жыл бұрын

and Seik too, Mr. udin

I have an automatic SRPD, the younger brother of SKX and I bought this Citizen (black version) 2 weeks ago. Although I got some compliments for the Seiko, it loses time like crazy - 5 minutes in just a few days. I prefer the Citizen any day. Also a surprising nice weight, for a quartz movement. Great review!

Love citizen divers, have 2. This one is the next one on my list. Thanks for giving Citizen some love. I wish more reviewers would. They are great watches.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey, really appreciate you watching. Yes I have another citizen upload in the works!

I agree with your review. I have this watch and have used it regularly at the beach and at the pool. Unbeatable value. Very sharp, lots of presence, wears really handy and very comfortable too. It compares very favourably with my Swiss made Raymond Weil diver which is priced up at three or four times as much. Many people compare this Citizen to Seiko's SKX - I prefer the Citizen, however. I'm thinking about buying another one though it would be the upgrade in the range: the Citizen "Fugu" 200m diver, which has an automatic movement and is obviously more expensive although hopefully sub-500 euro.

@kevinblythe2192

2 жыл бұрын

I had a Seiko SKX for 8 years but it always kept poor time so the ownership experience for me was poor. Currently have a Loyal Scuba Professional 500M quartz but I like the ProMaster Diver because being solar means no removal of back plate for battery changes. It really seems to be a bulletproof design with the added benefit of no expensive water pressure test every few years because there is no battery to change out.

I’ve had this watch for a few years, and it’s still my favourite. Dress it up, dress it down, beat it like a rented mule, and it’s still awesome.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Its needed some love this one!

I usually don’t buy watches based on KZread reviews...but at $138 there isn’t much risk there, I bought a black one 2 days ago and I am extremely pleased! I have some expensive watches and wanted a watch that I could take to the beach and not worry about..I’m finding that I don’t want to take the damn thing off! Totally agree with your review.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Michael, as you can see this is also my beach watch. Its a bargain watch. I usually review mechanical watches but this one deserves some real love, the build quality is there. One important question I have to ask... what do you think of the scuba tank? I may be on my own but I don't love it. I would have preferred a watch roll maybe.

@MichaelJMalloy

4 жыл бұрын

The Casual Watch Reviewer I have a bunch of watch rolls, so for me I thinks it’s cool...it’s currently housing my Yema Superman Heritage.

@MichaelJMalloy

4 жыл бұрын

Too add to that...if Citizen made the BN0150 with a Miyota 9015, sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel I’d buy that one too lol

I have this watch since June, 2019. One of my favorite watch that I wear it everyday. I also put it under the sun everyday for a couple of hours to charge the battery. I swapped the original blue strap with a navy blue NATO strap, paid only $138CAD from Amazon Canada.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Fred, it is bargain this watch. I don't leave mine in the sun all that much so hopefully its getting enough charge. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!

@fl1431

4 жыл бұрын

@@CasualWatchReviews you‘re welcome. This watch deserves a good review. I find it better than Seiko SKX007 and there is nothing wrong with a good and reliable quartz watch. Ideally if the watch has a full 11 hours charge under the sun, it should last for 6 months. Charging this watch has become my daily routine. I am sure as long as you charge it once a while for a few hours, it‘ll be totally fine.

@brianbuchert6382

4 жыл бұрын

F L I’ve had mine for many months close to a year and have never put it under sunlight except when I’m wearing it and it is in my rotation of a cpl dozen different watches! It’s never gotten low on power it gets charged under the lamp on my table in my man cave lol

Thanks for the video. I've been spying this watch for some time now. It's an all round practical watch, I think it has one of the most readable faces.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Yep I'm a big fan of this watch you, it has so much going for it!

This video is spot on!! There are way too many "desk divers" that are in fashion but this watch is an actual dive watch that is a statement piece. Great video! And by the way, that grey strap on it looks great on it!

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for commenting over the last few moths. Yes its a steal this watch at $138!

I have the black version (BN150) with the bracelet and 4 mechanical Seikos which I really like; however, I always end up with the Citizen on my wrist because of it's accuracy and the only time I have to adjust it is when the month has less than 31 days. I have a Citizen with a perpetual calendar, but the BN150 is the favourite. Having said that, the blue looks pretty good. I like your choice of straps.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Its a ‘zulu diver’ one from WatchGecko, I really like it

I just bought the blue model of this watch. Absolutely love it! Number 2 in a 12 watch rotation including invicta chronograph (my number 3 watch) up to my 1996 submariner (my number 1) I love the eco drive and the style and holds time very well.

I owe one and i love it..my freind borrowed to diving a few times and he told me this watch is simply amazing down there in the deep blue..he just bought 2..the blue and the black version..hes coveting the Aqua. Great Video brother

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Oh thats cool, I wonder if he took any photos of it when he was diving!

Great review of this solar eco drive dive watch. I own the world-time version (not a diver) it is the most accurate timepiece I’ve ever owned, this diver with its accuracy with solar power and you have a tough, durable, stylish, accurate, versatile timepiece at a very affordable price. What else can you ask for......a daily use watch?...it can be that too.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree, thanks for watching!

I have this model in the blue I especially like the stock band I just think it adds to the character of the watch! However I think the nato strap looks very good to I get compliments from strangers when I wear it it’s my favorite watch in my collection!

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Brain, thats cool, I have never worn it on the stock strap but it does look cool. Tanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

Nice job on your video. Couldn’t agree more with everything you said in this video, including the “strap monster” part. I’ve worn mine on several different straps, including blue and orange dive straps from Borealis (great straps BTW). Waiting on what looks to be a great aftermarket bracelet fromnLong Island Watch. I’m pretty sure I’ve spent morfe on straps for this watch than on the original watch!

Great review! I just purchased this watch a month ago and simply love it!! As you said....it is a HUGE bargain, and lets not forget the #8 reason to buy this watch.........the awesome & unique Scuba Tank watch case that this baby comes in!! Thanks for sharing!!!!

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey, I have something to admit here and I'm almost ashamed to say it... I didnt love the scuba tank. With the exception of my watch addiction everything else I like to keep tidy and its hard to store that thing. But it does look cool!

@ajones4064

4 жыл бұрын

@@CasualWatchReviews Heh, heh...you're right about the awkwardness of the tank and finding a place for it amongst your displays. My wife saw it and asked what the heck that thing was!! It stood out from my other watches and cases on display. After I showed her what it was and how it worked, she actually liked it too. Since then, several other friends and family have been drawn to it just because it does dare to be different....and begs the question every time....."What the heck is that thing????" :)

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

A Jones well I just ordered another citizen. I think that one comes in the tank (gave the last one away) I will put it on the shelf in the living room and see what happens and report back!

A great video, really well presented in a clear and concise manner. I love Seiko and like many others, I have the classic SKX, but it seems a shame that they take their eye off the ball with attention to detail with chapter rings etc. Citizen always seem to punch above their weight and perhaps don’t get the recognition in watch enthusiast circles. I guess they get the last laugh in pure sales quantities, though. I have been looking at this model over the past few weeks though, as they get such great reviews. I suppose I’ll just have to pull the trigger on this one and add it to my collection. Thanks again for a great video.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Robert, glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I think this watch represents a great value for money. I agree more love needs to be given to citizen. I have another upload planned

Thanks for the video. I was looking for a REAL dive, not new "5kx" seikos, and found your video. Very useful, now i have no doubt which watch i will buy. Regards!

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I love mine, still in the collection

Nice, Sam. These have been on my radar for a while. They look super comfortable

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

They are really light also, I have mine either on that elastic strap or the rubber WatchGeko zuludiver strap

I own the black one and the SKX09 and I love them both. Size vise on the wrist they look and wear the same. The BN0150 is just a grab and go watch, the SKX not so much ;-) and as you stated it looks awesome on every strap, Nato, rubber or bracelet. And it's a real tool watch. Great review!

@arodiramirezrmz4546

4 жыл бұрын

That's right!!! Always on time and ticking thanks to the Eco-Drive... And ready for anything too,

In January 2023 your video is still 100% relevant. It's still one of the best divers in the market. There is a new variation. The case has a gun metal colour and the dial and bezel are green. There are also aftermarket options if you want to upgrade the bracelet or strap. Buying this watch is still a no brainer in 2023. Great video. Happy New year!

@CasualWatchReviews

Жыл бұрын

Happy New Year Nick, I still think this is a great watch, totally agree! I will check that new one out!

Got it, love it, wear it daily. Highly recommend Citizen Eco-Drive. An absolute must have in your watch collection. There are more Citizen watches in my future.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Carlos, there were more in my future after this one! I think citizen is one of the best quartz makers out there.

As a early Birthday present my wife gave me the Blue BN0151 and I have to say spot on with the review. I was on the fence between the eco drive or a $500 Fugu Automatic Citizen. For me the eco drive is a put on the watch and go. I hadn’t come across a bad review. Many people have brought up about Why is there not a Sapphire Crystal option. Citizen in their research found that the time is more legible with the mineral crystal when diving. They do have some of their watches with that Crystal used. Do I like my watch? Yes, for functionality my use will be multi for I am learning to scuba dive.

Citizen is the Best Buy with their Eco-drive technology in the quartz category. I think they are better than Seiko in a number of categories in the solar quartz offerings.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Tod, I really agree with you there, the build quality of this watch is really well executed!

@didierd.tourne5835

4 жыл бұрын

Prospex solar are not bad also !!!! ;) www.seikowatches.com/fr-fr/products/prospex/sne437p1 mine...but the Citizen BN0151 will be mine as soon as possible, i love it !!!!

@didierd.tourne5835

4 жыл бұрын

For information V157 solar Seiko Prospex SNE437 P1 diver.... Thanks for your good review....my future purchase !!! in blue

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

didier d.tourne hey just wanted to jump in the comments and thank you for sharing that detail! Glad you liked the review!

@brianbuchert6382

4 жыл бұрын

didier d.tourne I have one in blue and it’s amazing!! Did you happen to buy one yet or still looking?

I'm late to the party here, but I just ordered one of these watches. I own six other Citzen watches, so I'm a fan of the brand. I also know what a value Citizen watches represent. This review makes me feel even better about my purchase. Thank you!

What a clear simple review... clear points and conclusion. Very good. No toff tosh here..

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Wayne, appreciate that and thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

I have the BN0151 and also a Helm Vanuatu, and I think they are both the best value-for-money dive watches that you can get at any price. The Citizen is the better grab-and-go, GADA watch thanks to being quartz/eco-drive and a lot smaller and lighter, but the Vanuatu is an over-engineered beast of a spec-monster with the added fun factor of being an automatic. I am super-happy with both purchases.

Been eyeing it for a while I finally pulled the trigger on the black one from Amazon on black Friday for 160 now there 250 it says it's 44 but it fits like a 42

I just bought the black model and I love it, feels great, looks great, does what it's supposed to do with no fuss, top quality materials, design and build.

@CasualWatchReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Yep its a great watch!

Great review Sam. This one is pretty hard to beat for the price.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Ben, yes I totally agree actually, a steal at $138

I have the exact model and added a great bracelet from Long Island Watch. Great review, great watch.

Great video. I've never seen or heard of this piece, but I'll keep my eyes open for one.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Shawn, yes it deserves a bit more love this watch, I think I will try and mix in the odd citizen review because they do make a quality watch!

I just bought one of these and waiting for it to arrive. I've been looking for a nice quartz watch that has good second hand alignment with the second markers. I've heard quite a few people including yourself say that the alignment is great on these. I will be pissed if mine arrives and the alignment is off.

I have the blue version. It's gets more wrist time than the other watches in my collection. I put it on a blue Borealis rubber diver's strap and it's supercomfortable to wear. I really like the silver borders around the number markers and the overall thin profile of this watch. I also like the shape of the bezel. It doesn't get caught on things like a conventional bezel would. My only complaint is I wish the date window was a touch larger.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Sal, appreciate you watching. I think the strap change was a good idea, I was not a massive fan of the included one!

@brianbuchert6382

4 жыл бұрын

I agree I had to have the wife read the date on mine to see if it needed adjusted lol and that’s on brand new contact lenses lol

Yes this is a wunderbar watch! I have the blue one and the black dial versions. Just subscribed to you channel. Sorry about eventually bad english as I'm living in sweden.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Your English sounds better than mine. Wunderbar is one of those words that transcends the German language like Uber! Thanks for watching!

Couldn't agree more. Got one from my brother as a gift. Never woulda bought one myself but it's become my daily watch, over far more expensive pieces.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Citizen really go a good job of their quartz watches I think

Hi Sam excellent review as usual and all the better it’s an affordable quality time piece and it’s a no brainer at that price.Its a good looking watch and I’d be drawn to it by the accuracy that you can get from it.👍🏻

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul, yes its a lot of watch for the money, I have had it a few months not and its my regular gym and grab and go watch!

Such a timely video Sam. With Seiko dropping the SKX, I think you can easily argue that this is the best value diver available. This diver has always looked chunky to me but you are making me take another look at this watch. Thank you Sam :)

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Jeffrey, its so thin and light for a dive watch I don't think you can go wrong with it honestly, and the build quality is really great

@drwindsurf

4 жыл бұрын

@@CasualWatchReviews I will start looking for one in the new year (I promised my wife I wouldn't buy anymore watches this year when bought the PO) I really like the pop of orange in yours :)

I compared one of these in a store vs various Solar Quartz Seikos.. This costs less than all the Seikos but the quality seems every bit as good (and in the case of the Bezel, significantly better)

Purchased mine for $90 during an Amazon deal-of -the- day promotion. Great purchase even at $138, which is the regular price on Amazon. Go for it!

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Charles, I saw that on amazon prime day and considered buying the black one, what a great deal. Probably the best watch deal they had on prime day!

@glennsak

4 жыл бұрын

Just ordered one for $89 today on Amazon's Black Friday.

Recently bought the green bezel version. Still have it on the original strap. Excellent features and affordable!

@CasualWatchReviews

Жыл бұрын

Yep, looks cool that green one!

I like this watch and considered getting it, but I liked the look and eventually bought instead a Citizen BN0191-55L - also a good value dive watch.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

I also have this one in the grey, I’m wearing it now in vegas if you check out my instagram.

I just bought on off eBay. I can’t wait to get it.

Hi Sam. Sorry to visit your video so late. I've been looking at some Seiko watches n I honestly can't get over their quality issues in spite of their rather stiff prices... Thanks for bringing Citizen into the picture. 😁 Who said that good quality watches are only expensive ones? 😊 Great video there! 👍😊

@CasualWatchReviews

2 жыл бұрын

Not me 😂 this one is great value

@andromedagodit2492

2 жыл бұрын

@@CasualWatchReviews Totally. 😁

Great! Do you like this particular design better than the BN0191-55L? I am trying to decide which one to pick.

Totally agree. I have this one and Ecozilla. It’s all about build quality. They are always reliable machines you can always trust in. And they deserve the word Professional (most of them are ISO 6245 rated) much mor than overpriced brands like Tag Heuer whose doesn’t worth it.

Coincidence....I was looking at a Citizens AT8020-54LBlue Angel Angel today....I’m really impressed with them....agreed....good quality....as you I prefer an auto or mech....but would consider an eco drive....great review as usual....

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Yep I really like what citizen are doing, they quality is there for sure. I actually bought another eco drive watch I will review soon.

I’ve owned this watch in blue for 2 years and I’m absolutely in love with it! I’m looking to change the look slightly with maybe some black rubber waffle straps. Has anyone else done this to their citizen?

@CasualWatchReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Highly recommend you check out uncle seiko for a waffle. This watch will look great on a waffle strap. Watchgecko also have a blue waffle that may pair well

I own the same one but with a metal bracelet (original Cityzen) and indeed it's a very good watch and accurate (+ 2s/month) and fantastic lume

@CasualWatchReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

I don’t have that model, but do have a couple of others. That one is a winner!

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Jeffrey, I just uploaded another Citizen video about an hour ago you may like kzread.info/dash/bejne/d6uHzdBxnpiqacY.html

100% agree, at 130-150sh is still.a great value. I got mine new for $90sh on Amazon Prime day, steal at that price point!

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Jorge, you got a bargain there, I even considered buying the black version on prime day, probably the best watch related deal they had that day!

@gtbigdog3507

4 жыл бұрын

So did I. I love this watch

Great video. Great watch. I ordered one from jomashop in new york (150 us dollar)all the way to israel a few years ago. Very pleased. It just had a sapphir cristal that was perfect ......

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Yep it really is a great watch, you will be very happy!

Lovely watch! Citizen is underrated!

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

I agree, I’m going to try and review more citizens watches on the channel. Thanks for watching Liam!

@liamvisser01

4 жыл бұрын

@@CasualWatchReviews appreciate it!

Citizen make great quality watches ! I've had my Citizen 300m titanium dive watch Royal marine Commandos limited edition ! 10 year...not 1 single problem and one +13 seconds in 5 months !!!!!

Great video what is the name of the blue band you like and where can I get it

I love it. Great watch

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

I think its a great value for money, thats why it needed some love on KZread

I just added two Citizens to my collection and will say are my favorite watches they are the Promaster Eco-Drive and the Promaster Marine. Neither of them came with the dive tables on the strap which I would have liked. Paid $248 for the Eco and $202 for the Marine on Amazon. "Inflation" Either way I'm happy with these watches.

Nice review, Please could you tell me where you purchased the gray marine nationale strap.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey, I need to create a video on it. I purchased it from a wholesaler on alibaba along with a few other straps

I picked up the black version Black Friday 2019 at that sub-$100 price. Great!! I have it on a Watch Steward band (similar to Marine Nationale). It runs about 1.5 seconds fast- per MONTH!! Each time change, I set it a few seconds slow and it's a few seconds fast at the next change. Sapphire crystal would be nice, but no scratches yet, knock on wood. The bezel insert has some wear that just adds character to this utilitarian piece. If it gets really bad I'll replace with ceramic.

@CasualWatchReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Ken! Yep its a great watch, glad your still loving yours

I bought this watch a couple of weeks ago. I paid £156 brand new. I have never seen it as cheap as you say in uk. I also own an aqualand. This is a brilliant watch to wear and has become my daily wearer.

@howyduinyall7653

5 ай бұрын

Hi, is there any still available?

yeah i have the model before this one, slightly slimmer, with the 7878 Eco Drive movement and it was a great scuba watch (bezel wore out after 20 odd years of rotating in murky waters LOL), Now own the 300m BN 0176-08E and if it lasts like my previous one then I'll be very pleased with it. Much bigger format of course. 200M was overkill but 300 like wow. PS I subbed too.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Oh I keep eyeing up the BN 0176-08E, would you be interested in doing a collab? maybe an 'outdoor' watch one?

Love my seiko solar diver and automatic citizen promaster, 16 inch wrist and 42mm somehow does not look strange or bother me at all... got a 42mm tissot chrono that is way too big for me, diameter really is a pure way to describe the accual size of a watch.

I bought the gold and black version. Love it, but not the second hand hitting dead center between indices 😒 Good news is Citizen has been really good to try and get it fixed. We'll see how it comes back? They agreed the second hand should align with the indices. No questions asked.

Nicely done. I have this watch and love it. I like it when reviewers call out the Seiko fanboys. They go on about the history of the SKX. All I can say is this Citizen was used by both the British and Italian militaries, that is what I call heritage. Lastly, it is solar. How cool is that!

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Jason, I agree the quality is there with citizen, hopefully I was not trying to call out the seiko fans, but personally I have had a few seiko watches go wrong and I'm not the only one. Appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment!

@gregalonzo747

4 жыл бұрын

@@CasualWatchReviews I just appreciate it when reviewers point out Seiko's lack of quality control. I hate when they try to make excuses. Sometimes their rationale borders on nonsense.

@jasonkeith1725

4 жыл бұрын

@@gregalonzo747 m point exactly.

This past Black Friday founded it for about $155 usd and immediately pulled the trigger ... just waiting for this bad boy in blue color. Ty for your honest 7 reasons to keep it. Cheers mate !

@CasualWatchReviews

2 жыл бұрын

Great pickup, you will love it I’m sure

@yaaxarr8977

2 жыл бұрын

@@CasualWatchReviews t u !

I got mine through work, so therefore paid nada lol. However I have had it about 7yrs so far and only recently had to replace the strap. I have had zero issues with reliability and would recommend it to anyone. Love the band...have a link for it?

@CasualWatchReviews

2 жыл бұрын

Cool, thanks for commenting. The strap is this one here. Expensive but well worth it www.watchgecko.com/zuludiver-400-italian-rubber-drivers-watch-strap?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-43_hMfU8gIVDIaGCh31hw51EAQYAiABEgK1q_D_BwE

This is really a great watch. I thought of getting the black dial, the BN0150, but I wanted the bracelet version, which are rare and double the price. I might still get the rubber strap Version it I can get it real cheap. I have 1Citizen, - NY-0080, one of the Fubu Models for the Asian Market. I very nice watch, basically an updated NY-0040. There is a premium for them because it is not a USA model. It is a really cool watch with no QC issues. It has a basic automatic movement which th no hacking.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey, I think the NY-0040 is closest to the ones the military used if I'm not mistaken. It would be cool to compare the two.

I have the blue version on a Strapcode bracelet. I love it. It is a great watch!

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey! Is there a strapcode metal bracelet that fits this watch? I would get one for mine if there is!

@Cville2347

4 жыл бұрын

The Casual Watch Reviewer I ordered the STRAPCODE 20MM SUPER-O "BOYER" WATCH BAND WITH STRAIGHT ENDS for my Citizen from Long Island Watch.

Try it with a steel meshstrap..its gorgeous with that and it looks like its ment to be👍

What was the strap that you changed too? It looks awesome...

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

One was a watch Gecko ZuluDiver strap and the other grey was a marine nationale style strap form ebay I think

As owner of Bulova I wish they make one with the 262 mHz inside. I like to have a quartz diver with a sweeping second hand.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Thats a good upgrade, I wonder if they can with the solar?

I'm fighting the urge to buy this watch. I already have 3 citizen watches (1 automatic and 2 aqualand eco drives). I'm not a watch collector but I'm a citizen watch fan. All my watches are black so this blue one would be my first. Maybe I'll get this on black Friday if the price is tempting enough.

@CasualWatchReviews

2 жыл бұрын

I think the blue is the best version!

Great video and appreciate you sharing this somewhat unknow diver. 👍

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Ian, I had it a while but never created a proper review, I tried to mix it up and do this style of upload. I think this watch is a bargain!

@iangrant8024

4 жыл бұрын

@@CasualWatchReviews Thanks Sam. Nice to see you breaking the mould. There are to many guys out there reviewing the same thing. There are so many great watches that fly below the radar..... Although most of us love mechanical and automatic movements, there are some amazing quartz variations out there that need some airtime. ⌚

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Ian Grant agreed, I bought another citizen the other day so I will mix that review in to some of the upcoming ones

@brianbuchert6382

4 жыл бұрын

I have this watch in blue and I love it! I have an automatic watch also but I prefer the reliability of the quartz movement this is one sweet watch!

I got the blue, my girlfriend the black, the most reliable watches; always on time and ready to hit the adventure!!! A watch you enjoy wearing it and not afraid to get it beat up a lil bit

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

I think its a great value for money honestly, thats why it needed some love on KZread. I have another citizen watch upload in the works

@arodiramirezrmz4546

4 жыл бұрын

@@CasualWatchReviews true, Citizen offers a lot of value for the money and they have some very interesting technology like radio controlled watches or satellite controlled watches; you can find some interesting topics there too👍🏽✌🏽

Thx for the video 👍 can I ask what your wrist size is? I got a 7.3 inch wrist and in doubt to get this one or the Seiko prospect solar SNE551P1, as for the Citizen the strap needs to go though I reckon a nice two piece nato or a more refined rubber strap is the way to go.

@CasualWatchReviews

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Peter, I usually mention it so sorry if it’s not in here. Mine is 7.2 inch

You need a good quartz watch to keep time on audio automatics...

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree, I'm a big fan of this watch a lot of watch for the money!

@samtapia5616

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed, my regulator is an eco drive citizen. 2 seconds a month.

You are absolutely right. I agree

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Yep a great watch for the price!

I have a lot of luxury mechanical watches but I still purchased one which is Made in Japan in very cheap price in Osaka, japan, just 26700 Yen which I think it beats all of my Rolex and Omega

What's the difference between the BN0191-50L and BN0191-80L blue dials also both with silver bracelets? The 50L is £299 on Ernest Jones and the other watch outlets online and the cheapest I can see it is £249 on a diving website which I think might be American so could be costly on shipping but then I saw the 80L which looks identical and this one is on Amazon and its for £207. So I am checking to see if you know if there any design or spec differences between these two models? Cheers!

have a green one, love it, only thing is the aluminium bezel, it nicks realy fast, its just to soft

Where did you buy that black watch band? Could you send a link ..and do you know if they make a Pepsi bezel for this watch

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hi, they do have a pepsi one, its mechanical I think. The strap is one of my favourites form WatchGecko www.watchgecko.com/zuludiver-400-italian-rubber-drivers-watch-strap mine is actually blue but they also have black.

I own the black version,and yes,it's just superb.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Yep, a great all round watch!

Excellent.... mine is also a keeper!.. I have now subscribed on the basis of this review. my best regards

@CasualWatchReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Oh thanks Stephen, welcome to the channel!

What do you think about the Ecozilla titanium?? Bj8044. Thank you for a comment

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

I had to look that up I didn’t know that was the nickname! I like it, I have seen it in person and it is big. You may want to try it if you have small to average size wrists.

I have had good luck as far as durability goes with Seiko watches, but their automatics have some accuracy problems. I own two Citizen automatics and one is spot on accurate while the other is currently gaining 18 minutes a day. That’s not acceptable at all. I do think that Citizen makes a beautiful watch at a great price! I’m interested to get ahold of one of these echo drive models and see how they do. The older self winding watches I have are durable if not consistent. One day I will find out about the dolor watches.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

I would say 18 mins a day may suggest the watch is magnetised some how, you could test this using a compass if you have one to hand?

Hoping Citizen can maintenance of it reputation of quality so we can have a reliable but affordable daily beater instead of the disappointed Seiko. I bought a new eco drive with the same cost of Seiko 5 recently to find out. 😊

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

I had a look at Citizens 100th range on Saturday and they looked really cool, the bull head chronograph with the sapphire looked awesome honestly!

Is the lack of sapphire crystal a deal breaker? I am between this and the Citizen Garrison, which is made if super titanium and has a sapphire crystal. Which one of the two do you recommend?

@CasualWatchReviews

9 ай бұрын

No I don’t think so, there are merits to sapphire and I prefer it but this is such a great watch, also they are different so you could get both. One as a field watch and the other as a diver?

Greetings, just bought this one. Do you happen to have a link to that black zulu diver rubber strap for this watch please? Thank you!

@CasualWatchReviews

Жыл бұрын

Hi, yep its on the Zulu Diver website www.zuludiver.com/collections/waterproof-rubber-watch-straps/products/zuludiver-400-mk-ii-premium-rubber-watch-strap

@dofler

Жыл бұрын

@@CasualWatchReviews which zuludiver italian rubber strap color matches best olease? The royal blue was almost purple. Would the dark blue one be the closest please?

I have that watch too and I think its great.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Its a bargain this watch so had to give it some youtube love!

Hi, I am new to your channel so I am wondering if I could fit any of the citizen titanium bracelet on this watch so that it doesnt weight too heavy on the wrist?

@CasualWatchReviews

2 жыл бұрын

The only one I know of is an after market metal one you can find on ebay. Titanium would look weird I think because it would be darker

I agree it's a very good dive watch.

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Gary, yep I agree, needs a bit more love on youtube this watch!

I have the same watch but the green hulk version love it!!

Relatively new to the watch game , I just got the BN0155 and absolutely love it. Obviously this is a dive watch meant to go underwater, but does anyone else still get anxious about the idea of swimming with it? I know it’s not the most expensive watch but still makes me nervous

@Long-nd8bq

8 ай бұрын

Jump in the water with it. It's ISO 6425 rated. If it leaks, send it back due to the 5-year warranty (6 years if you register it online). I go in the lakes and pools with all of my Citizens and Tag Heuer and even cheaper Casio Duro and some Invicta Pro Divers that I own. I have no hesitation getting a watch wet with at least 100M water resistance rating.

The strap at 1:38, the grey with red strip, what is it? I need a link please. Thanks!

@CasualWatchReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Hey I just got it from aliexpress. Can’t remember the seller but there are loads on there

Great review Sam! This watch really packs a heavy punch for the price!

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

hey Miguel, yes it needed a bit of KZread love this watch, one of my favourites!

@SoCalWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

The Casual Watch Reviewer - That’s awesome man. Citizen watches don’t get enough love!

Hello there,great review,just tell me please how long does lume last hours i hope

@CasualWatchReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for watching... you wont be disappointed with the lume, it lasts a while. What do you need the watch to do, is it primarily for being visible in the dark? Honestly though if you need a watch for visibility all night, you may want to consider a G-Shock or a watch that has tritium tubes in it like a Ball or Marathon watch.

@milanzivkovic7488

4 жыл бұрын

@@CasualWatchReviews Thanky for responding i work at night and i like analog watches so i need lume to last 4 to 6 hours.G shocks are to big and clumsy.Thx anyway.😁